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AP source: Clifford to return as head coach of the Hornets

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By STEVE REED
AP Sports Writer

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says Steve Clifford has agreed to a multiyear contract to return as head coach of the Charlotte Hornets. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Friday because the team had yet to announce the move. Charlotte previously agreed to terms on a four-year contract with Golden State assistant Kenny Atkinson to become head coach, but Atkinson later backed out. The 60-year-old Clifford spent five seasons coaching the Hornets, compiling a 196-214 record with a team that included Kemba Walker, before being fired in 2018. He coached the Magic from 2018-21. Charlotte fired James Borrego in April.

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